Manitoba Invites skilled workers for PNP applications. The selected candidates were invited as part of a strategic recruitment initiative, aimed at attracting professionals with experience in occupations currently in demand in Manitoba’s labor market.
Provincial Immigration Results (March 30 – April 5)
Manitoba invites skilled workers for PNP applications. Below are the highlights from the latest draw.
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On April 3, the Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP) held a draw under its Skilled Worker Overseas stream.
This particular draw focused on candidates who had been directly invited by the MPNP as part of a strategic recruitment initiative.
A total of four Letters of Advice to Apply (LAAs) were issued. The lowest-ranking candidate invited had a score of 721.
None of the candidates selected in this draw had a valid Express Entry profile number or a job seeker validation code.
Strategic Recruitment Initiatives in Manitoba
Manitoba’s strategic recruitment initiatives help local employers address labor shortages by bringing in qualified international workers.
These initiatives are tailored for employers who can prove they need skilled talent that is not available locally.
To take part, employers must first meet eligibility criteria and complete the ABC Requirement Process. This step is somewhat similar to applying for a Labor Market Impact Assessment (LMIA).
Once approved, employers can identify and recommend international candidates who meet the MPNP’s program requirements.
Candidates referred through these initiatives must be ready and willing to settle in Manitoba and have a full-time, permanent, or long-term job offer.
In addition, candidates must meet the following criteria:
- Be aged between 21–45 years (exceptions may apply if requested by the employer)
- Have completed post-secondary education, if required by the job or employer (some pilot programs may accept on-the-job training instead)
- Have at least 2 years of relevant full-time work experience in the past 5 years
- Meet minimum language requirements:
- CLB 5 in all skill areas for TEER 0–3 occupations
- CLB 4 in all skill areas for TEER 4–5 occupations
Priority is often given to those who intend to live outside the Winnipeg Metropolitan Region.
Candidates with strong ties to other provinces may be seen as a potential retention risk and might be refused.
Note: TEER stands for Training, Education, Experience, and Responsibilities. It’s part of the National Occupation Classification (NOC) system that ranks occupations based on skill level.
- TEER 0: Highly skilled, typically managerial roles
- TEER 1–5: Other skill levels, with TEER 1 usually requiring a university degree and TEER 5 involving minimal training
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